Credit: SBS Comedian Cho Hye Ryeon shared a charming story about an unexpected run-in with top actor Song Joong Ki . On the March 25th episode of SBS’s Dolsing Fourmen , Cho Hye Ryeon appeared alongside fellow guests Um Ki Joon and Kim Soo Ro. During a lively chat with the show’s hosts, Tak Jae Hoon playfully accused Cho of turning even the briefest celebrity encounters into talk show material....

Credit: IST Entertainment Sunwoo, a member of The Boyz, was recently assaulted by a stalker near the group’s residence. On Thursday, IST Entertainment, the agency representing The Boyz, issued a statement addressing the ongoing threats to the safety and privacy of their artists. In their statement, the agency outlined a series of troubling illegal activities they’ve been grappling with, including unauthorized visits to the group’s private spaces, intrusions during off-schedule hours, the spreading of malicious rumors, aggressive photo and video taking at airports, following the members’ vehicles, and attempts to contact them using illegally obtained personal information....

Drama Ranking for the 2nd week of January TOP 10 Popular TV Drama Series TOP 10 Popular Casts in TV Drama Series Lee Je Hoon Taxi Driver 3 (Share 7.10%) Hyun Bin Made In Korea (Share 5.21%) Ahn Bo Hyun Spring Fever (Share 4.84%) Ji Sung The Judge Returns (Share 4.02%) Jung Kyung Ho Pro Bono (Share 3.28%) Lee Joo Been Spring Fever (Share 3.22%) Won Ji An Surely Tomorrow (Share 3....

Drama Ranking for 2nd Week of August tvN’s Serendipity’s Embrace has claimed the top spot for the first time, with Chae Jong Hyeop also securing first place in the cast rankings, while Kim So Hyun followed closely in second. Despite some criticism regarding its overall execution, the drama has resonated well with younger viewers. Meanwhile, tvN’s The Auditors , which aired its finale without any interruptions during the Olympic season, wrapped up in second place, peaking with an impressive 9....

Credit: J-WIDE Company, E LIKE The mystery surrounding who Kwon Yul secretly married in May has been solved. On September 9th, reports confirmed that his new wife is Hwang Ji Mi, the non-celebrity younger sister of actress Hwang Seung Eon. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony on May 24th at a church in Seoul. They kept their relationship and wedding preparations completely under wraps, with only family and close friends in attendance....

Credit: MBC, Netflix Yoo Yeon Seok and Chae Soo Bin ’s gripping romance drama When the Phone Rings is taking the world by storm. According to FlixPatrol, MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama ranked second globally in Netflix’s TV Shows category as of December 2nd. The series has claimed the No. 1 spot in 25 countries, including Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. From November 26th to December 1st, it topped the charts in over 33 countries and solidified its global appeal....

Edited by Hwang Hong Sun Translated by Yu Jin Kim Credit: NEW Director Kim Dae Woo’s films, such as Forbidden Quest , The Servant , and Obsessed , delve into hidden desires and their far-reaching consequences. His latest release titled Hidden Face continues this exploration, once again captivating audiences with his signature blend of aesthetic and erotic storytelling. Hidden Face is a remake of the Colombian film of the same name....

Credit: tvN Jung Hae In and Jung So Min officially leave their friendship behind in tvN’s Love Next Door , marking a major turning point in their relationship. In episode 12, viewers saw Choi Seung Hyo (Jung Hae In) and Bae Seok Ryu (Jung So Min) dive headfirst into romance. The transition from friends to lovers comes with its fair share of awkwardness, as they try to adjust to their new dynamic....

Credit: tvN Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon ‘s characters had fatefully reunited in the altered future of Lovely Runner , leaving fans wondering if a happy ending is in store as the show approaches its final two episodes. In the episode aired on the 21st, tvN’s Lovely Runner depicted Lim Sol (Kim Hye Yoon) making a firm decision to erase all connections with Ryu Sun Jae (Byeon Woo Seok) to save his life....

Credit: tvN In Episode 6 of tvN drama Lovely Runner , Im Sol (played by Kim Hye Yoon ) finally realizes she’s the inspiration for Ryu Seon Jae’s ( Byeon Woo Seok ) first self-composed song, “Rain Shower,” and that she was his first love. After listening to Seon Jae’s heartfelt confession on an MP3, Im Sol starts paying closer attention to him. This newfound awareness leads her to discover Kim Tae Sung’s ( Song Geon Hee ) true reason behind his confession, and she ends their relationship....

Credit: tvN tvN’s drama Lovely Runner has achieved a series high with nationwide viewership ratings of 4.3 percent for episodes 3 and 4. Episode 3 picks up where the last episode left off with Ryu Sun Jae (played by Byeon Woo Seok ) heading to the swimming match despite Im Sol’s ( Kim Hye Yoon ) attempt to stop him. His determination pays off with a gold medal win, and he even attempts to confess his feelings to Sol, sparking heartwarming and sweetly funny moments between them....

Edited by Young Jun Yang Translated by Kim Hoyeun Editor Yang Young Jun: There is at least one good part in every movie or TV series. A media geek who isn’t picky with genres. Credit: Disney Plus Once you start, it’s impossible to stop. The breathlessly paced, tightly woven plot and compelling characters draw you in so completely that you’ll find yourself thinking, “Wait, the episode’s already over?” Disney Plus’ Nine Puzzles delivers the same satisfaction as reading a meticulously crafted mystery novel or manga....

Credit: Netflix Korean drama Queen of Tears is making waves in China, but not exactly for the reasons the creators might have hoped. Professor Seo Kyung Deok from Seongshin Women’s University has pointed out that a review page for the drama appeared on Douban, a popular Chinese review site. The sheer number of reviews – over 46,000 already – suggests widespread unauthorized viewings, as the series is not officially available in China....

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s global phenomenon Squid Game has added yet another major trophy to its shelf, winning Best Foreign Language Series at the Critics Choice Awards, marking the show’s third win at the prestigious ceremony. The award was announced on January 4th (local time) at the 31st Critics’ Choice Awards, held at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. Squid Game beat out fellow nominees, including Acapulco and Last Samurai Standing, to take the top honor in the TV category....

Credit: Top10.netflix.com Just three days after its release, Netflix’s suspense thriller The Frog has soared to the top of the Korean Netflix charts and secured the fourth spot in Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English Series category. Premiered on August 23rd, The Frog has quickly captured viewers’ attention with its gripping story of ordinary lives turned upside down by a mysterious summer visitor. The series recorded over 2,000,000 views, earning its place in the global Top 10 Non-English Series....

Credit: BY4M Studio The Match has taken the box office by storm in its debut week. The Korean Film Council reported on April 2nd that The Match attracted 57,737 viewers on April 1st, bringing its total audience to 826,977. The Match follows the story of South Korea’s legendary Go master Cho Hun Hyun (played by Lee Byung Hun ), who taps into his natural competitive spirit to make a comeback after losing to his own protégé....

Credit: tvN tvN’s weekend drama The Potato Lab has managed to hit viewers’ romance buttons in just two episodes. Kim Mi Kyung (played by Lee Sun Bin ) was reminded of the “sexy director” character from her favorite romance novel when looking at So Baek Ho ( Kang Tae Oh ). The ending, where Mi Kyung pulls Baek Ho closer for a surprise kiss, sent viewers’ heart rates soaring....

Credit: ABO Entertainment Mark your calendars for April 24th, as The Roundup: Punishment is set to take the entertainment world by storm with its confirmed release. The eagerly awaited teaser posters for the 4th installment of The Outlaws franchise have been unveiled. They’re nothing short of spectacular, showcasing the formidable presence of Korea’s monster detective, Ma Seok Do ( Ma Dong Seok ), and the newly introduced villain, Baek Chang Ki ( Kim Mu Yeol ), raising the stakes higher than ever....

Edited by Hwang Hong Sun Translated by by Kim Hoyeun Credit: Netflix “An exhilarating story that sweeps away the stifling reality!” So says writer Park Kyung Soo of his new work, The Whirlwind , known for penning the “Power Trilogy” including The Chaser , Empire of Gold , and Punch . True to his words, The Whirlwind delivers a narrative force from its first to its twelfth episode with a fast-paced plot and constant twists....

Credit: tvN When the Stars Gossip has landed in Netflix’s Global Top 8 non-English series within two weeks of its international release, offering a potential turnaround to its modest domestic performance. The series, which follows the story of Commander Eve ( Gong Hyo Jin ) and mysterious visitor Gong Ryong ( Lee Min Ho ) getting entangled in space only to start falling for each other, is currently streaming on tvN, TVING, and Netflix....